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Founder/ Chairman/CEO
XPLOSA CORPORATION PVT LTD
New York, USA – March 2026 — Visionary Sri Lankan entrepreneur Rikas Usman, founder of the Xplosa Group, has officially launched XPLOSA LLC in New York — a bold new step into the global industrial adhesives market. This new U.S. venture marks a strategic expansion of Xplosa Corporation (Sri Lanka) under its flagship adhesive brand ARKEMIC, uniting decades of manufacturing excellence with cutting-edge innovation. “Our vision is huge. We aim to cover every segment of the adhesives market — from packaging and woodworking to construction and textiles,” said Rikas Usman. “Through innovation, sustainability, and deep industry knowledge, we are ready to bring a new era of eco-friendly adhesive technology to the global stage.” A Powerful Partnership XPLOSA LLC represents a partnership between Sri Lanka’s Xplosa Corporation and its U.S. counterpart, bringing together shared expertise in polymer chemistry, manufacturing, and product development. The company’s mission is to create next-generation, eco-friendly adhesives that perform powerfully while minimizing environmental impact — combining Sri Lankan manufacturing strength with American market reach. A Legacy of Manufacturing Excellence Xplosa Corporation is part of the Kandyan Group, a Sri Lankan industrial conglomerate with over 40 years of experience in manufacturing and trade.
The group’s heritage includes household brands like Shakthi Wax Matches and a diverse portfolio spanning packaging, FMCG, and logistics. Under Rikas Usman’s leadership, Xplosa has become one of the most dynamic and fast-growing business groups in Sri Lanka, known for innovation, discipline, and global expansion. Pioneering a New Era The ARKEMIC brand — developed under the Xplosa umbrella — will lead XPLOSA LLC’s U.S. operations. Its portfolio will include PVA, BOPP, and Styrene-Acrylic adhesives, serving multiple industries with advanced formulations that meet both EPA and international standards. XPLOSA LLC aims to become a key supplier for packaging, woodworking, and paper industries across North America, with plans to establish a full-scale adhesive manufacturing facility in the near future. About Rikas Usman Rikas Usman is a Sri Lankan industrialist and serial entrepreneur known for building diversified businesses across packaging, FMCG, industrial chemicals, and mobility sectors. With over a decade of leadership and innovation, he continues to bridge Sri Lankan manufacturing excellence with global markets — inspiring a new generation of industrial entrepreneurs
